Hitoshi Ashida

ModernPoliticianJapan1887 — 1959

Brief Japanese PM brought down by Showa Denko scandal.

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Quick Facts

Born

1887

Died

1959

Country

Japan

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)11

Political (20%)29

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)31

Strategy (15%)28

Total Score34.1

Hitoshi Ashida — Complete Timeline

1948 AD

Became Prime Minister of JapanPolitical Action◆ Major

Ashida served as Prime Minister of Japan from March to October 1948, leading a coalition government. His tenure was short-lived due to the Showa Denko scandal, which involved allegations of bribery and corruption within his cabinet.

Post-War JapanPrime MinisterScandal

Impact: national

Resigned due to Showa Denko ScandalPolitical Action◆ Major

Ashida resigned as Prime Minister in October 1948 after the Showa Denko scandal implicated members of his cabinet in accepting bribes from a chemical fertilizer company. The scandal led to his arrest and trial, though he was later acquitted.

CorruptionResignationScandal

Impact: nationaldestructive